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#559 of 9,533 schools in CA

Top 6% in state

Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

1041 East 46th St., Los Angeles, CA 90011

Enrollment

378

Student-Teacher

22.2:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Los Angeles

#120 of 563

public schools

California elementary schools

#419 of 5,817

In district

#181 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy

Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 378 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 22.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 94.1th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 32% proficiency in math, 7 points below the state average and 36% in reading/language arts, 9 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $53,781, where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy is 22.2:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+1.28 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendImproving
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.3%
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.3%
Math vs. State Avg-12.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.5 pts
Overall Proficiency35%
Expected (poverty-adj.)21%
vs. Expected+13.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,030

Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy — Students at Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 32.4%
School
State
39.4%
ELA Proficiency 35.9%
School
State
45.3%

Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
28%
ELA
30%
2024
Math
33.5%
ELA
37.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.

How Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy Compares

See how Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
94th percentile in CA
Academic
7.6/10
7.6/10
Growth
9.5/10
Above average
Environment
8.1/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers

Location

1041 East 46th St., Los Angeles, CA 90011

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ascot Avenue Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Harmony Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hooper Avenue Primary Center (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ISANA Himalia Academy Los Angeles 0.0 mi 3.9
LOS ANGELES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.1 mi
George Washington Carver Middle Los Angeles 0.2 mi 6.2
Harmony Elementary Los Angeles 0.4 mi 8.1
Forty-Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.4 mi 7.6
Hooper Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.4 mi 6.5
Aurora Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.9
Wadsworth Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 5.7
Hooper Avenue Primary Center Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.9
Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.6
St. Odilia Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi
Ascot Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 9.0
ST ODILIA SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.6 mi 4.4
Thomas Jefferson Senior High Los Angeles 0.6 mi 8.2
Nava College Preparatory Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.8
Matrix for Success Academy Los Angeles 0.7 mi 4.4
Synergy Charter Academy Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.5
Quincy Jones Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.2
Synergy Quantum Academy Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.2
Dr. Maya Angelou Community High Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,781

Median Home Value

$575,200

Median Rent

$1,497/mo

Population

102,784

College Educated

6.2%

Homeownership

26.3%

Avg Commute

33.5 min

Poverty Rate

26.6%

Median Age

31

Community Profile

The community surrounding Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy has a median household income of $53,781. It is a community where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $575,200, with a median rent of $1,497/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy

What grades does Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy serve?

Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy?

Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy rank in CA?

Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy is ranked #559 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy has 32.4% math proficiency and 35.9% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy a charter school?

No, Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy a Title I school?

No, Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy?

93.4% of students at Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
59 Good Transit
Bike Score
79 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,223/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Los Angeles). Data >1 year old.

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#181 of 769

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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